After-School Alliance Of Polk County - Polk Ave Location
LAKE WALES, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address110 E Polk Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853
CountyPOLK
Phone8639788761
Operating details
HoursMon 6:15AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:15AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:15AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:15AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:15AM to 6:00PM
Capacity35
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High6
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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110 E Polk Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853, LAKE WALES, FL 33853
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/13/2026
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 284/13/2026
28. (28-13)
Child care personnel, who were in compliance with preservice training requirements when they left a School Readiness provider, did not complete new mandated training within 90 days of employment with a School Readiness provider. (Section 3.4.A Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care. Due: 5/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-13. View official inspection document (report 85441054-5711-4dd7-884c-ccf5d7a87dd1)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 121/7/2026
12. (12-18)
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, there were several electrical outlets without covers. TA was provided that outlets need covers at all times and the provider should keep extra covers available since the cafeteria is shared with the school. The staff put the covers on during the inspection. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4 SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 16. Indoor Floor Space SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-07. View official inspection document (report 6a18913b-f083-400f-861f-1e9c9dd820ad)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 121/10/2025
12. (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a large area of peeling paint in the back of the cafeteria on the wall to the left. TA was provided this area will need to be sanded and painted. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 3fb572c4-f6f5-45e9-851a-c6b675a1aa90)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 121/10/2025
12. (12-18)
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed several outlets that did not have covers. The staff put the covers on during the inspection. TA was provided to make sure all outlets are covered daily before the children arrive. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4 SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 16. Indoor Floor Space SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 3fb572c4-f6f5-45e9-851a-c6b675a1aa90)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 371/10/2025
37. (37-04)
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The staff listed in the supplemental had an expired Abuse and Neglect form dated 8/23/23 that expired 8/23/24. TA was provided that this form is required to be completed annually. 38. Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Daily Attendance SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 40. Access/Child Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 8 SACCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance SCHOOL READINESS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 3fb572c4-f6f5-45e9-851a-c6b675a1aa90)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: LAKE WALES, POLK County
- Capacity: 35
- Type: Child Care Facility
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